1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Because 1958 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Jensen | Nissan |
Model | 541 | Altima |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |